New Releases by Jimmy Palmiotti

Collects What If? AVX #1-4. We all know what happened to the Avengers and the X-Men... but what if the story had gone differently? The one and only Jimmy Palmiotti brings his signature style to a mind-blowing reinterpretation of a key event in the history of the Marvel Universe. Featuring Magneto, Hope, and every Avenger and X-Man you can imagine!

In a world where only women possess superpowers, it’s up to the heroines of the DC Universe to keep Earth safe. When the alien android Brainiac launches her plans to feed on the knowledge of all humanity, Batgirl, Wonder Woman, Power Girl and their allies have no choice but to team with the villainous Duela Dent and her band of evildoers. But with Brainiac in control of the all-powerful Supergirl, is even their combined might enough to thwart the invasion? Then, witness the rise of the newest Ame-Comi girl: the Green Lantern! Jade Yifei’s induction into the Lanterns’ multiversal peacekeeping force couldn’t come at a better time, as not one but two new lights come into existence. One is astronaut Carol Ferris, given the violet power of the Star Sapphire by a dying alien. While she seeks to steal back her ex-boyfriend James Olsen from Power Girl, however, the other ring bearer has plans for something far more... sinister. Writing partners JIMMY PALMIOTTI and JUSTIN GRAY (ALL STAR WESTERN, BATWING) are joined by the artistic talents of EDUARDO FRANCISCO (THE WORLD OF FLASHPOINT), SANTI CASAS (BATMAN: ARKHAM UNHINGED), and DEREC DONOVAN (THE ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN) to deliver a tale based on the popular DC Collectibles line of anime-inspired figures in AME-COMI GIRLS: RISE OF THE BRAINIAC!

When the workers and patrons of Haly''s Circus sample Dr. McKee''s Cure All, they begin a painful transformation into psychotic killers and it is up to Jonah Hex and Dr. Arkham find the source. This volume collects ALL STAR WESTERN issues #0, #13-16.

Jonah Hex tracks the kidnapper Thurston Moody to New Orleans in pursuit of his bounty, he soon finds himself infiltrating the ranks of the anarchist group August 7, a group dedicated to eliminating the immigrant population of New Orleans. With Dr. Arkham in jail and his companions Hawkeye and Cinnamon nowhere to be found, things can only get worse for Hex when the Court of Owls begin to unfurl their plan to lay siege to Gotham.

Even when Gotham City was just a one-horse town, crime was rampant—and things only get worse when bounty hunter Jonah Hex comes to town. Amadeus Arkham, a pioneer in criminal psychology, enlists Hex''s special brand of justice to help the Gotham Police Department track down a vicious serial killer! Collects issues #1-6.

In addition to a brand-new story by Michael Avon Oeming (Rapture, Powers), this volume sees Jimmy Palmiotti (Jonah Hex) and Mark Texeira (Ghost Rider) introduce readers to the daughters of Midora, Ron Marz (Green Lantern) and Bart Sears (The Helm) visit the Island of No Return, and Tim Truman (King Conan: The Scarlet Citadel) and Marian Churchland (Elephantmen) provide a breathtaking yarn of their own! A must-buy for any Conan fan! Collects Conan and the Daughters of Midora, Conan: Island of No Return #1–#2, and stories from MySpace Dark Horse Presents #11 and USA Today.

Set in the Year One time frame, Batman must confront the sinister Dr Hugo Strange, a man with a deadly secret, out to stop and, if necessary, kill the Dark Knight. Who is the bloodthirsty Night Scourge, how does he link in with the police department, and where does the mysterious Catwoman fit into all this?

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray Art and cover by Phil Noto The 5-issue miniseries that pitted Superman and Supergirl against Maelstrom, the would-be bride of Darkseid, is collected! It''s a battle that ranges from Metropolis to Apokolips and beyond - Don''t miss it! Advance-solicited; on sale December 9 o 128 pg, FC, $12.99 US

The series that inspired the major motion picture! Jonah Hex dodges bullets, rights wrongs and courts death in this never-before-told origin story-plus other tales of his travels in the Old West. Collects JONAH HEX #13-18.

Another funeral for the Teen Titans and the DCU as a whole as one of the world''s greatest heroes gets laid to rest. Plus, Holly Robinson learns more about the Athenian Women''s Shelter from a surprising source!

DC''s legendary gunslinger returns in this action-packed collection featuring the first six issues of the acclaimed new series! The mysterious bounty hunter and thinking man''s killer was a hero to some, a villain to others, and wherever he rode, people spoke his name in whispers. Collects JONAH HEX #1-6.

Jane Vasko was an undercover police officer attempting to infiltrate a major New York City drug ring. After gaining the trust of dealers, her cover was unknowingly blown and she was forced to submit to a drug cocktail that landed her in a coma until one day she awoke to a world where nothing was the same. Somehow infused with strange powers during her fitful sleep, Jane has nothing left to lose and a whole lot of people to make pay for what they''ve done. Painkiller Jane''s story begins here!

WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART AND COVER BY PHIL WINSLADE New 2-part story—“Last Rites!” The Monolith reaches into the city to find evil. Something ancient and sinister lurks beneath Journey’s End Cemetery, while a mysterious priest hunts the undead through the back alleys of Brooklyn. Plus, Alice and Tilt are faced with the responsibility of teaching their new protector to adapt in a new century.

Story: Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray Art: Jerry Lando and Paul Mounts Introducing Killswitch, an enigmatic, and devastatingly handsome killer with a fetish for blunt force, a strong code of honor, and more than a few skeletons in his closet. Killswitch is drawn into a game of death with the world’s top assassins to find out who is behind the contract on his head – and why. Nudity and violence makes this an adults only title. (50 pages)

WRITTEN BY JIMMY PALMIOTTI AND JUSTIN GRAY; ART AND COVER BY PHIL WINSLADE The adventures of a frightening new defender continue! An indestructible force that hs been kept imprisoned for almost seven decades becomes the responsibility of a woman who can barely take care of herself. A weapon for the protection of an entire city is in her hands…but is she capable of making a life for herself?

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray Art by Phil Winslade Cover by James Jean The gangsters of the underworld retaliate against the downtrodden lower East Siders they’ve repressed and robbed by creating a Monolith of their own…one forged of iron! 32 pg

It''s the striking conclusion of the first arc from the fan-favorite writing team of Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray (JONAH HEX, TERRA) and artist Amanda Conner (JSA CLASSIFIED, TERRA)! Power Girl battles Ultra-Humanite! And things get ugly as the two powerful beings come to blows!

As a trio of sexy alien marauders continue their rampage across Earth, Power Girl tries to figure out how to stop ''em! But with aliens this gorgeous, readers won''t ever want them to leave!

Our favorite little troublemaker, Harley Quinn, takes on Comic-Con International: San Diego in this over the top issue. She''ll have to battle long lines, crazy crowds and the dreaded con crud, all in the quest to get her own comic book published.

Weapon of God is an adult only Graphic Novel about a man chosen by the church to fight the ultimate evil. Weapon Of God sees Palmiotti and Gray re-teaming with their Random Acts of Violence artist Giancarlo Caracuzzo to document the story of a murderous psychopath named Apollyon and the secret weapon that the Catholic Church unveils to stop him. This book is a 74 page original Adults Only graphic novel written by Justin Gray & Jimmy Palmiotti featuring the art of Giancarlo Caracuzzo , color by Challenging studios and lettering and design by Bill Tortolini.

Harley and The Joker make it legal at last! Follow the happy couple to their secret honeymoon spot, where it''s literally till death do them part!

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray Art and cover by Phil Winslade. In Part 1 of a 2-part story, Alice goes missing after she investigates a women’s safehouse. The Monolith and Tilt rip through Brooklyn in a quest to find her, and wind up on the wrong side of the law. What follows is a showdown with a ring of slave traders collecting girls from the streets and selling them to the highest bidder! 32 pg, FC

It''s the sensational debut of a bimonthly, overstuffed, oversized team-up series in which Harley meets (and almost certainly annoys) the greatest heroes and villains of the DC Universe! First up? The incredible Wonder Woman! There''s a plot to assassinate Wondy, and Harley is convinced that only she could possibly stop it! (Hey, you want to tell her about all the other options? We tried.)

SEX AND VIOLENCE: Vol. 2 SEX AND VIOLENCE volume 2 is a full color, soft cover 64 page graphic novel about crime, lust, and redemption split into three distinctively different stories sharing similar themes written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray and drawn by Romina Moranelli, Rafa Garres , Vanesa R. Del Rey, Challenging Studios and Paul Mounts. Excessive nudity and violence makes this an ADULTS ONLY title. THE THREE STORIES: The first short story is written by Jimmy Palmiotti and illustrated by Romina Moranelli called ” DADDY ISSUES” It’s about a seductive mother and daughter that have a connection and a goal they share, at any price. Giving any more away will ruin the story for you. Below are a few samples of the stunning art. The second story is RED DOG ARMY written by Justin Gray and illustrated by Rafa Garres and Challenging Studios and it is epic. After conquering Poland in only 16 days, Hitler launched a full-scale invasion of Russia called Operation Barabossa. Stalin was desperate to halt the flood of panzer tanks headed toward Moscow. As a result he authorized a special unit to train and use dogs as anti-tank weapons. Red Dog Army is the story of aging dog trainer Yuri Schlonsky who was recruited into the army against his will and sniper Valeriya Petroff as they both try to not only survive the war, but also their deranged commanding officer who is doing everything he can to make certain they fail. Below are a few samples of Rafa’s beautiful artwork. The third story is called FILTER and it is written by Jimmy Palmiotti and illustrated by Vanesa R. Del Rey, and is about a killer named Nico Gallo taking a look back on his life as a young man growing up in the tough streets of Brooklyn , New York, and the violent and murderous choices he made along the way that changed his life forever. Nothing in this story is as it seems.

When a hostile force storms a federal building and takes hostages, the negotiator is none other than Jared Kabe, a.k.a. G.I. Zombie!

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray Art and cover by Phil Winslade The Monolith and Tilt find Alice and a whole lot more in the climactic series finale! Monolith squares off against an army of dirty cops and attempts to shatter their slave-trade ring. But will the world see the Monolith as a hero or a villain? Final issue. 32 pg, FC

Even as Jared tries to save Carmen''s life, he''s forced to lead his new team against the terrorists, whose actions are making it look less and less like a dark future can be avoided.